Parkhead Campsite
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- Quiet and spacious off-grid Cumbria site at the foot of Hartside Pass
- Kirkoswald shop five minutes’ drive; C2C route five minutes by bike
- Spectacular Lake District and Eden Valley views; dazzling dark skie
It’s about the dramatic views at Parkhead Campsite, a spacious and peaceful Cumbrian site that’s well off the beaten track, yet well located for visitors to the Lake District, North Pennines and Hadrian’s Wall. At this off-grid, pop-up site, you can park your vehicle next to your tent – and with no pre-determined pitches, the choice of where you set up is in your hands.
Facilities may be rudimentary – picnic tables and portable toilets – but any lack of creature comforts is forgotten in the face of spectacular views stretching from the Lake District and Eden Valley to Hartside Pass. Just be prepared with torches for moving around after dark – and you’ll appreciate the stellar displays in clear night skies all the more as there’s virtually no light pollution.
Firepits can be hired on site, and you can buy logs as well – but please note that the pitching area doubles as a livestock field out of camping season, so fires on the ground are not allowed. Dogs are welcome to join you on your Cumbria adventure, and all the site owners ask is that you clean up after them.
The classic Coast to Coast cycle route runs close to the camping field, and there are lots of walks right from the pitches. You can experience the hospitality of local pubs and shop in the community store at Kirkoswald (five minutes’ drive), and there are outdoor swimming pools in Lazonby and Hunsonby (both 10 minutes).
Site type
50Opens 30 June
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Bookings must not be for more than 6 consecutive nights.
- Minimum spacing of 2 metres between pitches.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Mon, 30 Jun to
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Lake and/or mountain Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteAccessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Parkhead Campsite
Fogclose Farm
Kirkoswald
Penrith
Cumbria
England
CA10 1JG
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.76802°N
-2.64229°W
Nearest transport
Coach8.7 mi Rail Station
14.5 mi Bus Station
23.1 mi Bus Station
Rail2.7 mi Lazonby & Kirkoswald Rail Station
5.2 mi Langwathby Rail Station
5.9 mi Armathwaite Rail Station
Ferry13.2 mi Pooley Bridge Ullswater Ferry Landing
16.2 mi Howtown Ullswater Ferry Landing
19.7 mi Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Local attractions and activities include:
- Numerous local walks from the pitches
- C2C cycle route: five minutes by bike
- Long Meg and Her Daughters (standing stones): 10 minutes’ drive
- South Tynedale Railway: 20 minutes
- The Lake District National Park: 25 minutes
- Hadrian’s Wall: half an hour
- Carlisle (historic city): 35 minutes
- Housesteads Roman Fort: 50 minutes.
Must see
The Rheged Centre 10 mi
Dalemain Historic House & Gardens 11.7 mi
Carlisle Castle 14.9 mi
Birdoswald Roman Fort 15.4 mi
Vindolanda (Chesterholm) Hadrian's Wall 19.1 mi
National Trust
Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill 8.4 mi
Allen Banks and Staward Gorge 18.5 mi
Hadrian's Wall and Housesteads Fort 21.2 mi
Townend 27 mi
Grasmere and Great Langdale 27.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Langwathby - Edenhall - Langwathby 5.1 mi
HUTTON-IN-THE-FOREST 8.4 mi
Castle Carrock Circular 9 mi
GELTSDALE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/03/2006) 9.9 mi
CORBY CASTLE 10.4 mi
Local events
- Kendal Calling (Thursday 31 July 2025 – Thursday 31 July 2025)
Penrith, Cumbria 11.7 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Parkhead Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Parkhead Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Parkhead Campsite? Local attractions and activities include: - Numerous local walks from the pitches - C2C cycle route: five minutes by bike - Long Meg and Her Daughters (standing stones): 10 minutes’ drive - … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Parkhead Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Parkhead Campsite? From £22 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.